Construction Safety Internship-Southeast

Faith Technologies•Nashville, TN

99d

About The Position

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care. The Safety Intern assists in formulating, developing, and coordinating safety and loss control functions. The ideal candidate would be proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite, have strong command of safety equipment, best practices, and regulatory requirements, have the desire to hold employee safety and health above other site concerns, have effective written and verbal communication skills, have the ability to handle customer and employee concerns with efficiency and professionalism, have the ability to present information and lead discussions, have the ability to track and organize safety statistics and forms, have knowledge of the electrical construction trade (preferred), and the ability to operate various types of construction equipment. The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills or abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive? If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future. Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success. FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package. Benefits are the Game-Changer We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today! Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled. Click here to return to the FTI Careers Page Click here to view all current FTI job offerings Faith Technologies Incorporated (FTI) is a dynamic organization comprised of construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy experts. We create success for our partners and team members through innovation and expertise, rethinking how energy is designed, applied and consumed and providing solutions that go beyond the ideas of today. With expertise across all our brands – Faith Technologies®, EnTech Solutions™ and Excellerate® – we are one connected company, bringing our partners’ visions to life to ensure a sustainable future. FTI participates in E-Verify; please review the E-Verify Participation and Department of Justice, Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER) Right to Work posters to review your legal rights and protections as a prospective employee: E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish) IER Right-to-Work Poster (English/Spanish)

Requirements

Education: Currently enrolled in an approved Safety and Health Program
Travel: 60-75%
This position works between the hours of 6 AM and 6 PM, Monday- Friday.
Schedule may vary and can include, but is not limited to: nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.

Nice To Haves

proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite
strong command of safety equipment, best practices, and regulatory requirements
the desire to hold employee safety and health above other site concerns
effective written and verbal communication skills
the ability to handle customer and employee concerns with efficiency and professionalism
the ability to present information and lead discussions
the ability to track and organize safety statistics and forms
knowledge of the electrical construction trade (preferred)
the ability to operate various types of construction equipment

Responsibilities

Monitors compliance with government regulatory agencies such as OSHA, MSHA, DNR, etc.
Collaborates with Safety Department to improve safety and health for the company.
Interfaces with customers and general and specialty contractors, as well as trade associations to facilitate best safety practices and compliance and provide an appropriately consistent approach to health, safety, and environmental issues.
Actively participates in monthly job site specific ORM discussions and tool box talk meetings, including leading and facilitating discussions.
Serves as supplemental contact for onsite safety-related issues or concerns.
Completes job site safety audits, identifying unsafe conditions and work practices, and ensures appropriate corrective actions are taken.
Provides support to site personnel.
Assists in task safety analysis and pre-planning.
Assists in training employees in Company general safety practices including, but not limited to: Aerial Lift, Forklift and New Hire Safety Onboarding.
Assists in completing, submitting, and tracking forms of written communication including, but not limited to: toolbox talks, safety plans and forms, procedures, and correspondence.